Week 36/40
Dear Little George,
I'm not even going to guess at how large you are right now. On Wednesday we have our 36 week appointment and the doctor will reveal if you are measuring ahead 2, 3, or 4 weeks. If I had to guess, I'd guess you were measuring as a 40 week fetus. I do have some evidence to back this up. People at work who don't know me are starting to say things like "you poor thing!" as I pass in the halls. Those who don't say anything have a clear expression of terror when I come lumbering at them. I am THE GIANT PREGNANT MONSTER COMING TO GET YOU WITH MY DETACHABLE STRETCH MARKS! After my massage yesterday I saw my pregnant self in a full-length mirror naked for the first time and let's just say that I had the same terrified expression on my face. Seriously.
You are REALLY REALLY BIG.
On the positive side, I feel better than I look. My back hasn't had any problems and my feet are not swelling. I don't have trouble walking after a few minutes on my feet. I haven't had any leg cramps and I haven't gained too much weight. I do have some trouble standing up in the middle of the night. Turning myself over is becoming a chore and I'm currently wearing one of Daddy's dress shirts because mine are no longer long enough to keep you covered.
Overall, this has been a great pregnancy but, after my four-days-off-in-a-row this week, I'll be ready to carry you in my arms instead of in my gut.
Love,
Mama